4. (Her.) A figure, sometimes of a man, but commonly of some animal,
placed on either side of an escutcheon, and exterior to it. Usually,
both supporters of an escutcheon are similar figures.
5. (Med.) A broad band or truss for supporting the abdomen or some
other part or organ.
Sup*port"ful (?), a. Abounding with support. [Obs.] Chapman.
Sup*port"less, a. Having no support. Milton.
Sup*port"ment (?), n. Support. [Obs.] Sir H. Wotton.